GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – You might notice an increased police presence at Green Bay parks this summer.
Captain John Laux says the department is looking to keep the city’s recreational spaces safe by sending out officers during their regular shifts.
“We really wanted this conscious effort to get into the parks, be visible, and handle the ordinance violations that we see: the drinking, the urinating in public, the misbehavior, disorderly conduct.”
Green Bay resident Amber Hoinowski often brings her kids to the park and supports the program.
“It makes me feel safer, especially sometimes when the kids outnumber the adults. I think it’s really good to have, especially for the little kids, something that promotes them to be good role models, to clean up after, and help other kids out.”
In addition to looking for lawbreakers, officers will also seek out positive behavior.
Papa John’s has given the department free pizza coupons to hand out to those caught doing good.
